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Limited Warranty

Bontager warrants each new Bontrager component or
wheelset against defects in workmanship and materials:

For the lifetime of the original owner-

• Bontrager forks

For one year-

• All Bontrager parts

This warranty does not cover-

• Normal wear and tear
• Improper assembly
• Improper follow-up maintenance
• Installation of parts or accessories not originally

intended for, or compatible with, the Bontrager
components or wheelsets as sold

• Damage or failure due to accident, misuse, abuse,

or neglect

• Labor charges for part replacement or changeover

This warranty is void in its entirety by any modiﬁcation
of the wheelset, or components.

Summary of Contents for 263759

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Page 3: ...i RaceXLite BarEnds PartNumber263759 ...

Page 5: ... contents Introduction 1 2 Bontrager Race X Lite bar ends 3 7 Inspecting bar ends 5 Adjusting bar ends 6 7 Lubricating bar ends 7 Installation instructions 8 9 Carbon compatibility 10 11 Carbon ﬁber composite inspection procedures 12 16 Limited Warranty 18 19 ...

Page 6: ...ty Top level riders including World Champions compete on the same product that you can purchase Whether lead ing the pack into Paris or double jumping in Vancouver Bontrager has you covered Thanks for buying Bontrager Please read all of the supplied instructions thoroughly before using your Bontrager gear the manual contains important safety and maintenance information Also visit the website for i...

Page 7: ...omponents or wheelset that this manual does not cover consult your Bontrager dealer or contact us Mailing address Bontrager Components Wheelsets Attn Customer Service 801 W Madison St Waterloo Wisconsin 53594 Telephone In the United States call 920 478 4678 Web or e mail http www bontrager com ...

Page 8: ...t and control These high performance bar ends offer these features High compression molded carbon construction an incredibly strong structure also allowing for a comfortable ergonomic shape Forged 6061 alloy clamp strong light and safe for use on carbon handlebars Low weight just 110 grams per pair Figure 1 Bar ends ...

Page 9: ... bar ends in brushy areas or narrow trails Never allow your bar ends to come in contact with objects which may cause you to lose control of your bicycle If you crash your bike remove the bar ends and inspect the bar ends and the ends of the handlebar Replace the handlebar or bar ends if there is any sign of damage Figure 2 Bar end clamp bolt ...

Page 10: ...otate on the handlebars If the bar ends slip follow the procedures in Adjusting bar ends Ensure the bar ends face forward and away from you at an angle not less than 15 from parallel to the ground Check that all bolts are tight according to the torque speciﬁcations Bar end clamp bolts Figure 2 40 60 lb in 4 5 6 8 Nm If your bicycle has any carbon ﬁber parts also follow the carbon ﬁber composite in...

Page 11: ...oned and tightened properly before riding the bike Adjusting bar ends Bar end position the angle of the bar ends to the ground is largely a matter of personal preference blend ing comfort efﬁciency and balance Your hands should be comfortable and able to easily grasp the bar ends when either seated or standing on the pedals ...

Page 12: ... Position the bar ends to the desired angle 3 Tighten as shown in Inspecting bar ends If the bar ends slip on the bar remove the bar ends clean the handlebar and bar ends with rubbing alcohol and follow the inspection and adjustment procedures to re position the bar ends Lubricating bar ends Once a year lubricate the bar end clamp bolts ...

Page 13: ...d by your Bontrager dealer Check all parts for compatibility and condition before installing The bar ends interface the handlebar and grips These parts must be compatible and the correct diameters for the bar ends to function correctly If you are not sure if these bar ends are compatible with your bicycle consult your dealer Make sure the handlebar is in good condition before installing bar ends L...

Page 14: ...ide the controls and reinstall the grips If necessary install new grips with open ends 2 Remove any oil grease or dirt from the handlebar For carbon bars clean with rubbing alcohol and a shop rag clean until the rag shows no discoloration 3 Slide the bar ends onto the handlebar and set the angle position 4 Install handlebar plugs 5 Follow the inspection procedures and tighten the handlebar clamp b...

Page 15: ...atible If the part is used also make sure the part is in good condition by following the carbon ﬁber composite inspection procedures These procedures apply to any part interfacing a carbon part As an example a carbon handlebar interfaces the stem brake levers shift levers and possibly bar ends All of the clamps of these parts should be inspected for carbon compatibility If any part fails the inspe...

Page 16: ...surface of the clamped item as possible Figure 3 Surface inspection of clamping parts Visually inspect the edges and surfaces of the interfacing parts for burrs or deformation that might mar the carbon part With your ﬁnger again check the part Any roughness or sharp edges could mar the carbon part Figure 3 Clamp bolt perpendicular to radius ...

Page 17: ...to your dealer for service Carbon ﬁber composite inspection proce dures Carbon ﬁber is among the strongest materials used in bicycle manufacture However carbon has unique quali ties different from metal parts and must be inspected carefully for damage Inspecting carbon ﬁber composite parts Unlike metal parts carbon composite parts that have been damaged may not bend bulge or deform a dam aged part...

Page 18: ...mination These tests may not be conclusive The following tests are difﬁcult to describe so if you have any doubts about the integrity of a part do not ride the bicycle Be very careful when handling carbon ﬁber parts that are suspected of damage When a composite part is damaged there is a possibility that individual ﬁbers may be exposed Carbon ﬁbers are thinner than a human hair but quite stiff If ...

Page 19: ...art thoroughly with a damp cloth 2 Look closely for problems scratches gouges cracks loose ﬁbers which will appear like thin hairs other surface ﬂaws If the part has any problems do not ride the bike Take the bike to your dealer for replacement or further inspection ...

Page 20: ...nexpected movement As an example if you suspect a composite seatpost has been damaged sit gently on the saddle while someone watches to see if the seatpost ﬂexes If the helper sees the part ﬂex unexpectedly or if the part feels less rigid than it should be do not ride the bike Take the bike to your dealer for replacement or further inspection ...

Page 21: ... and places where the part is known to be in good condition or use a similar part 3 Listen carefully for variations in sound especially a hollow sound dead tone or any sound indicating that the part is not solid If the part makes any noise other than a hard solid tap sound do not ride the bike Take the bike to your dealer for replacement or further inspection ...

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Page 23: ... warranty does not cover Normal wear and tear Improper assembly Improper follow up maintenance Installation of parts or accessories not originally intended for or compatible with the Bontrager components or wheelsets as sold Damage or failure due to accident misuse abuse or neglect Labor charges for part replacement or changeover This warranty is void in its entirety by any modiﬁcation of the whee...

Page 24: ... responsible for incidental or consequential damages Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusion may not apply to you Claims under this warranty must be made through an au thorized Bontrager dealer Proof of purchase is required This warranty gives the consumer speciﬁc legal rights and those rights may vary from place to place This warranty d...

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